There were genuine concerns over whether Chelsea would be able to kick-off the new Premier League season not so long ago.
But the recent takeover by the Todd Boehly-led consortium has cleared those concerns and all focus in now on helping Thomas Tuchel strengthen his squad in a bid to challenge for major honours once again.
The Blues head into the new season looking to bid for silverware in domestic competitions and the Champions League and Tuchel will be keen to continue putting his own stamp on his squad over the summer.
A number of eye-catching names have been linked with a move to Stamford Bridge during the close season and several current Blues are set to depart over the coming weeks.
A very different Chelsea side will walk out at Goodison Park on the opening day of the season when the Blues take on Frank Lampard’s Everton.
LondonWorld gets out our crystal ball and predicts who will be in the Chelsea side that day if recent transfer talk is to be believed.

5. CB: Jules Kounde
The Sevilla centre-back is a long-term target for Chelsea and they will hope to finally land their man this summer. Photo: Quality Sport Images

6. CM: Jorginho
The Italian international is heading into the final year of his current contract but he will remain a key part of the Chelsea squad. Photo: Michael Steele

7. CM: Ibrahim Sangare
A move for West Ham United star Declan Rice seems to be increasingly unlikely so Chelsea are reportedly ready to move for PSV’s Ivory Coast international Ibrahim Sangare. | AFP via Getty Images Photo: Getty Images

8. LW: Raheem Sterling
The Manchester City winger is said to be the subject of interest from Chelsea as he heads into the final 12 months of his current deal with the Premier League champions. | Getty Images Photo: Getty Images

